Watch for the Coasters.

Here’s the website.

From KWCH.com…

It?s a Christmas dream for many children; a new bicycle under the tree.

Now, more kids will be on two wheels… thanks in part to a local bike shop. ?Bicycle X-change? has been giving away refurbished bikes to local schools for more than 10 years and this year is no different.

Read full story here.

From the City Of Wichita website…

The Wichita Bicycle Master Plan consultants recently had a great opportunity to see the fall colors in Wichita, as they traveled more than 1,200 miles collecting data about the Study Network roadways. The roadways were identified during the planning process as potential locations for future bicycle facilities. The data they collected includes width measurements, number of lanes, parking configuration and other information. This information will be used to help to create the Draft Bikeway Network, a recommendation for a feasible network of bicycle facilities that serves all parts of the City. Look for more information about the Draft Bikeway Network this spring.

Read more here.

From Kansas.com…

For more than 22 years, people in Wichita have helped the Bicycle Pedaler donate between 250 to 400 bicycles annually to Toys for Tots.

The Bicycle Pedaler, 330 N. Rock Road, is once again accepting used bicycles and tricycles for the Marine Corps? annual Toys for Tots campaign.

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What: Toys for Tots Bicycle Ride
When: Sunday, Nov. 6th at 2:00PM
Where: The Exploration Place Parking Lot/300 N. McLean Blvd
Cost: A new toy

Ride from Exploration Place to Sedgwick County Park 6.5 miles.
The Marines will meet riders at the park shelter to collect toys. Cookies and Cocoa will be served at the park. Riders are asked to bring, on their bicycle a new and unwrapped toy. The shop van will be available to carry any reluctant toys and assist riders. This year Toys for Tots are in need toys for older girls and ask that no books be donated please. Remember to dress warm and have appropriate lighting. (Or strap a glowing reindeer onto you handle bars.)

Tuesday, October 4th will be a great opportunity for you to learn more about the Wichita Bicycle Master Plan in person. The City of Wichita will be hosting an open house event from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at City Hall.

Also be sure to take the survey if you haven’t already.

One of the events celebrating Old Town’s 20th anniversary.

Sept. 20-22 ? Bike tours departing at 6:30 p.m. from the Farm & Art Market Plaza.

Found here.

The City of Wichita asking Wichita residents to help identify ways to make bicycling safer, easier and more convenient. Below are links to an online survey that asks why you do and do not bike; and an interactive map where you can identify your favorite routes and locations that can be improved. The survey takes about 10 minutes or less to complete.

Take the survey and view the interactive map here.

We all have fond memories of riding a bike to school. Just thirty years ago, nearly 90 percent of all children biked or walked to school regularly. Today, it’s just 13 percent. But biking is making a comeback. Biking is a healthy, active way to get to school.

The Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita (HWC) is dedicated to improving physical activity and promoting good nutrition for all generations living in the greater Wichita area. In an effort to raise awareness and get children physically active, during the week of August 22 ? 26, Wichita students are encouraged to begin bicycling to and from school when feasible and safe.

The Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita (HWC) encourages parents to talk with their children on how to ride safely. Maybe even conduct a practice session before school starts.
1. Wear a helmet all the times.
2. Ride right! Go with the flow of traffic & ride single file.
3. Stop and look both ways before entering the street.
4. Obey all traffic signs, signals and laws.
5. If you are riding on the sidewalk, ride slowly and watch for cars.
6. Scan and signal before turning.

To encourage students to explore biking to school, The Health and Wellness Coalition of Wichita (HWC) will sponsor a photo contest. Go to the Coalition?s website (www.hwcwichita.org), check out the Bike Back2 School page, and then send a photo of your student(s) biking to school. Include name, school, grade and phone number or email address. You will then become eligible to win some fun bicycle accessories and the photo will be posted on the website.